Potty Training A Child With Autism

Studies show children with autism spectrum disorder take longer to potty train when compared with their non-ASD peers. On average, children with autism take about 1.5 years to potty train to stay consistently dry and may require an additional six months (so two full years) to achieve bowel control. As with many aspects of working with children on the autism spectrum, it’s best to think of the process as a marathon, rather than a sprint, so patience and compassion are a necessity.

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